At 500 miles it was found that rack and pinion steering system was not properly installed at the factory. Rack and pinion system failed at 48,000 miles. At 49,000 miles the front axle shafts need to be replaced. This in addition to many other repairs that were performed on this car.
2001 Chevrolet Malibu transmission complaints
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After researching the service bulletins section of this website, I have come to realize that I have complained/had serviced about 85% of the same problems that are listed on your database. I purchased this car new, from everett chevrolet, wa in 2000. Since the purchase. Date, I had chevy do the following: new brakes (all the way around - once, front rotors/pads - twice), all new pistons, transmission replaced, miss on #1 cylinder - replaced 1 failed spark plug, left rear door squeaks when open/shut - lubed (has happened 3 times now), front left noise from struts/brakes - not able to verify as of yet (possible strut problem/lube), fan in dashboard has a sound in the middle (just above the cd player/radio) like there is a piece of paper caught in the housing (confirmed after 4 complaints, faulty fan motor), passenger front seat squeaks when occupied (dealerships have not been able to duplicate./fix), rearview mirror rattles while driving at highway speeds (tightened, still does it in hot weather). Bottom line, this is my first new car purchase and I am having serious doubts about keeping the car - as it only has 21,405 miles on it. With the 3/30 warranty. Coming up in oct. 2003, I am very much afraid that I have purchased a lemon and not looking forward to spending anymore time/$$$ on this vehicle. Any suggestions?
The PCM light illuminated.
The transaxle was stuck in park. The owners manual states that this vehicle is subject to torque lock if you happen to put the vehicle into park incorrectly, there may be difficulty getting it out. This locking of the torque happend two more times during consumers trip. *jg
While vehicle was in park and with no warning gears jump into reverse, causing vehicle to roll back. Dealer notified.
Automatic went from park to reverse as I was on the passenger side of vehicle. Dragged me some 30 feet before crossing I-8 east of san diego, ca. I had a chest contusion, broken toe on right foot, and severe bruising with bleeding.
Problem first reported on 5 june. Car spent all day 6 june at the dealer they could not find a problem.june 9 transmission had problems shifting. June 14 transmisson at low speeds in heavy shifted in and out of gear.june 14 car went to the dealer and at this time it is still at stan roberts chevrolet. I should not be having transmission problems with less than 3000 miles on the car.
Engine check light illuminated, and transmission had problems shifting. Dealer has not been able to correct problem.
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